I’m excited for you. Definitely not tripping thinking you can get your first back hand tube.

What you’ll notice is that the take off spot will probably be really predictable, so you can find where you want to paddle into really easily. Most likely it will suck up faster than what you’re used to so your paddle in and pop up are going to be paramount. Your eyes will probably need to get used to seeing waves like this without being overwhelmed by the speed. Timing is going to really be everything. Be prepared to eat shit and eventually, hopefully you can get into rhythm and start getting slotted. Focus on the drop in and bottom turn.

I grew up surfing the reefs here in La Jolla.